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The Nickel, Denver, CO

The Nickel

4.0
4
1165 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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Booked 16 times today
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  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Located within Denver’s historic Tramway Building, originally opened in 1911, The Nickel pays homage to the space that was once used to collect fare from customers riding its resident streetcars: a nickel. Just as the building in which The Nickel is housed has a storied past, the dishes found on the menu at The Nickel all have a story. We proudly serve menus that incorporate the highest quality ingredients from farmers, ranchers, distillers and craft producers, and is comprised of dishes that are easily recognizable and feel simple, but eat complex.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Continental
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (720) 889-2128
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Jordan Aldrich
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy a dining experience unlike the rest in the heart of Downtown Denver’s Theatre District, with menus that incorporate the highest quality ingredients. We have a wide selection of spaces for private dining and celebrations. Please contact our private dining and event coordinator at 303-228-2131.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Tremblay: (303) 228-2131
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Cross street
    14th and Arapahoe Street
  • Parking details
    We validate parking through the Hotel Teatro for $10 per vehicle.
  • Public transit
    Travel by Denver's convenient RTD Lightrail and take the H or D line to the 'Theatre District - Convention Center' stop. From there, walk three blocks North, past the Performing Arts Center to our entrance on the West side of 14th Street, between Arapahoe & Lawrence streets.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Denver Restaurant Week

    $55.00 per person

    Mar 7, 2025 - Mar 16, 2025
    Celebrate Denver Restaurant Week with a specially crafted three-course menu, available for $55 per person. This exclusive menu will be offered during our dinner service from March 7th to March 16th. Indulge in a selection of delicious dishes that highlight the best of our seasonal ingredients. Please note, this will be the only menu available during this time. Reserve your spot and experience the culinary delights of Denver Restaurant Week!

What 1,165 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Nickel offers a warm ambiance with "excellent service" and a delicious menu featuring standout dishes like the "Airline Chicken" and Mushroom Risotto. It's conveniently located near the DCPA, perfect for pre-theater dining. While some experienced issues during renovations, many praised the "great vibes" and "amazing" cocktails and service.
1,165 Reviews
  1. Zachary

    VIP

    Denver

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Disappointing brunch. They are no longer catering to return customers having a pre theatre meal. It’s just a hotel restaurant now. Won’t be returning.

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  2. Robert

    Denver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience celebrating Valentines evening. First rate fare and first class service. Our server, Austin, went out of his way to ensure that our dining experience was amazing and memorable. Can’t afford to eat here every night, but definitely the ideal spot to celebrate that special occasion.
    The NickelResponded today
    Hi Robert, We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience celebrating Valentine's Day at The Nickel! It's wonderful to know that our first-rate fare and first-class service made your evening memorable. We strive to make every dining experience memorable and it's heartening to know we succeeded on this occasion. We look forward to welcoming you back for more special occasions!

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  3. Mary

    VIP

    Denver

    30 reviews

    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We love the ambiance of this hotel and restaurant but the drinks and food are overpriced for what you get. While tasty, the burger was undercooked and the chicken very salty. The server was top notch which we appreciated......and we loved the guitar player.
    The NickelResponded today
    Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and live music—it truly means a lot to us. We appreciate your honest input on the food and pricing. Your comments about the burger and chicken will be shared with our kitchen team to ensure we maintain the highest quality and consistency. We always strive to provide an exceptional dining experience, and we hope to welcome you back soon for an even better visit!

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  4. Allen

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had brunch at the Nickel and the high ceilings and light from the windows created a lovely atmosphere for our dining.
    The NickelResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Allen! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere at The Nickel. It's always a pleasure to provide a lovely setting for our guests. We hope too see you back soon!

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  5. Berta

    Denver

    25 reviews

    2.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Drafty table, weak drinks, slow drink delivery, appearance of wait staff not in keeping with high end restaurant. Saw an employee in the food prep area sneeze with no attempt to stifle. Food was good not great. Only saving grace was a very capable, friendly waitress. Don't think we will be back or recommend.
    The NickelResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Berta, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I sincerely apologize that your experience did not meet the high standards we strive for. It’s disappointing to hear about the service and comfort issues, as well as concerns about staff appearance and food safety. These are all areas we take very seriously, and I will be addressing them immediately with our team. On a positive note, I’m glad to hear that your waitress provided excellent service. I will be sure to recognize her efforts. While I regret that we fell short in other areas, I truly appreciate your honesty—it helps us improve. Best, The Nickel Management Team

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  6. Susan

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived early before a show. We were seated immediately to a very cozy table. We had been there about a year ago and the restaurant was not nearly as inviting. They since have rearranged the space and it was very comfortable. When we got there it was quiet but by the time we were almost finished a very large party arrived and were pretty noisy, they were seated very near us. The food and service was great, everything fresh and delicious, I had the beet salad with chicken and my husband had the chicken confit, both delicious. We would likely return. It is a very convenient location for before theater dinners.
    The NickelResponded on February 7, 2025
    We're so glad you enjoyed the fresh, delicious food and the inviting atmosphere. It’s great to hear that our space feels more comfortable now. We’d love to see you back before your next theater, and hopefully even sooner. Thank you so much for your thoughtful review!

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  7. Dottie

    Denver

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Host staff ver understanding about horrible traffic and us being late for our reservation. Wait staff exceptional service and attitudes. Looking forward to coming back.
    The NickelResponded on February 7, 2025
    Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad our team took great care of you and can’t wait to welcome you back!

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  8. Susan

    VIP

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely the best burger I have ever eaten! The pistachio salad was exceptional and the dessert was on the same level. I give the Nickel a 10/10! What a great surprise as we had not been there before.
    The NickelResponded on February 7, 2025
    Thank you for your amazing review! We're thrilled you enjoyed all three courses with us, and hope to see you again to try more of our amazing menu!

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  9. Brina

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, delicious food, and warm ambiance. Especially loved the music! So great to see a classy restaurant support local musicians.
    The NickelResponded on February 2, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Brina! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Nickel. We're also glad that you appreciated the local music, I personally love the vide in the restaurant when their here. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We hope to see you again soon!

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  10. Amy

    New York City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The service and food was great. It was a cold night and the restaurant was freezing. Also while our food was great we were disappointed to find there were much fewer options than the menu on the website
    The NickelResponded on January 29, 2025
    Hi Amy, Thank you for the feedback, this is very helpful for us! It looks like our website was delayed in updating our new menu changes so for that, I am very sorry. We have decided to remove some items so that we can ensure consistent and amazing quality for every guest. Rest assured, we have kept all of our fan favorites. Thank you again for this helpful feedback and I look forward to your next visit! Best, Taylor Trenda

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FAQs

The Nickel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 889-2128.

The Nickel is rated 4 stars by 1165 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation


Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Nickel

1100 Fourteenth Street, Denver, CO 80202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    14th and Arapahoe Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Continental
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We validate parking through the Hotel Teatro for $10 per vehicle.
  • Public transit
    Travel by Denver's convenient RTD Lightrail and take the H or D line to the 'Theatre District - Convention Center' stop. From there, walk three blocks North, past the Performing Arts Center to our entrance on the West side of 14th Street, between Arapahoe & Lawrence streets.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Jordan Aldrich
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (720) 889-2128
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy a dining experience unlike the rest in the heart of Downtown Denver’s Theatre District, with menus that incorporate the highest quality ingredients. We have a wide selection of spaces for private dining and celebrations. Please contact our private dining and event coordinator at 303-228-2131.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Tremblay: (303) 228-2131
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